چکیده مقاله
Psychological Support to Prevent Burnout in Pediatric Nurses Introduction Pediatric nurses are frequently exposed to high intensity stressors, including children's pain, critical illness, and demanding family interactions These stressors, compounded by heavy workloads and limited resources, place nurses at high risk of burnout Burnout is characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and diminished personal accomplishment, which not only affect the well being of nurses but also compromise the quality of pediatric care and family satisfaction Psychological support and resilience focused interventions have been recognized as crucial strategies for reducing burnout The aim of this study is to review psychological support strategies for preventing burnout in pediatric nurses Method This narrative review was conducted in 2025 by searching PubMed, Scopus, SID, and Google Scholar The search employed keywords related to Psychological support, Pediatric nursing, Burnout, and Children Eligible studies, according to inclusion and exclusion criteria, were analyzed, and relevant data were extracted and synthesized Findings Evidence highlights multiple effective strategies to reduce burnout in pediatric nurses: Counseling and Peer Support: Structured peer support groups, debriefing sessions, and individual counseling reduce emotional exhaustion and foster mutual coping Emotional and Communication Skills Training: Programs targeting emotional regulation, empathy, and conflict resolution improve nurse family interactions and decrease depersonalization Resilience Training: Workshops incorporating mindfulness, relaxation techniques, and self care practices have been shown to strengthen resilience and lower burnout indicators Team Building and Creative Activities: Group based projects and creative sessions enhance team cohesion and reduce feelings of isolation Workplace Improvements: Adequate staffing, manageable workloads, protected rest breaks, and recognition systems significantly decrease stress levels Supportive leadership and shared decision making further buffer against burnout Continuous Assessment: Regular monitoring with validated tools such as the Maslach Burnout Inventory MBI facilitates early detection and timely interventions Conclusion Psychological support interventions are essential for preventing burnout among pediatric nurses Integrating counseling, resilience training, and workplace improvements reduces stress and enhances job satisfaction Institutionalizing structured support programs can strengthen nurse well being, sustain resilience, and improve the quality of pediatric care
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نویسندگان
Maryam Rangrazi
Nursing student, Student Research Committee, Semnan University of Medical Sciences, Semnan, Iran
Farnoosh Tajik
Faculty member, Department of pediatric and neonatal nursing, School of nursing and midwifery, Semnan University of Medical Sciences, Semnan, Iran
شیوه ارجاع
Rangrazi, Maryam and Tajik, Farnoosh,1404,Psychological Support to Prevent Burnout in Pediatric Nurses,37th International Congress on Pediatrics,Tehran
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